Member Advisory Committees at StellerVista
At StellerVista, we believe the best ideas start with listening. Each year, we invite a small group of members from across our region to join a Member Advisory Committee (MAC)—a collaborative group that helps us test ideas, challenge our assumptions, and shape the future of our credit union.
MAC members share real-life experiences and perspectives on topics that matter—from community investment and social responsibility to everyday financial well-being. Their input helps guide our programs, products, and policies so they better reflect how people actually live, work, save, and borrow in our communities.
We’re now exploring which topics and focus areas would be most valuable for a new 2026 Member Advisory Committee. Once a theme and timeline are confirmed, we’ll share details here on our website, in-branch, and through our member communications channels.
Thank You to Our 2025 Committee
Our 2025 MAC focused on Debt Management & Financial Well-Being—a topic that touches almost every household in some way. Over three virtual sessions held between August and October, members from across our region spoke candidly about managing credit, dealing with debt stress, balancing priorities, and trying to plan ahead in an uncertain financial climate.
Their insights are helping us refine how we talk about debt, how we design our lending and financial education programs, and how we support members who are feeling stretched. We’re deeply grateful for their time, openness, and willingness to share what’s really happening in their lives.
Thank You to Our 2024 Committee
Our 2024 MAC explored Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). Over three engaging sessions, members shared insights on local priorities—from grassroots community support to environmental resilience and youth engagement. These conversations helped us focus our CSR efforts where they can make the biggest difference—by amplifying local initiatives and collaborating with trusted community partners. We’re grateful for their time, passion, and candor.
2025 MAC: Debt Management & Financial Well-Being
In 2025, we turned our attention to a topic that affects nearly everyone: debt—how we manage it, how it impacts our mental health, and how credit unions can better support financial well-being.
We invited members to help us understand how people are navigating today’s credit climate. Whether renting or owning, using credit cards or BNPL, budgeting carefully or just trying to keep up—their perspectives are helping guide our work.
The 2025 Member Advisory Committee met for three virtual sessions between August and October, and has now completed its work.
What Participants Did:
- Attended three virtual meetings (2 hours each) between August and September
- Shared honest experiences and ideas
- Helped shape StellerVista’s approach to lending, financial education, and member services
What Participants Received:
- A chance to influence real decisions
- Connection with fellow members across our region
- Recognition in our reports to the Board of Directors
- A small thank-you gift as appreciation for their time
If you have any questions about our Member Advisory Committees, please email info@stellervista.com.
